The infusion of $26 million positions VisIC to scale GaN components that can boost EV efficiency and range, while opening new high‑voltage data‑center markets. Faster GaN adoption could reshape power‑electronics supply chains and accelerate electrification.
GaN (gallium nitride) is rapidly emerging as the preferred material for next‑generation power electronics, offering higher switching frequencies and lower losses than traditional silicon. As automakers push for longer electric‑vehicle ranges and faster charging, the demand for compact, efficient power converters has surged. VisIC’s recent $26 million Series B injection arrives at a pivotal moment, providing the financial runway to move its D3GaN platform from prototype to volume production, a transition that could set new benchmarks for EV powertrain performance.
Technically, VisIC’s roadmap targets two critical voltage classes. The Gen3 750 V dice and modules are designed for current‑generation EV traction inverters, delivering higher efficiency and reduced thermal footprints. Meanwhile, the upcoming Gen4 1350 V technology aims to support higher‑power architectures, enabling lighter, more compact inverter designs and opening pathways to 800 V data‑center power supplies. By leveraging a unified GaN platform across automotive and data‑center segments, VisIC can achieve economies of scale while meeting the stringent reliability standards of both markets.
The participation of Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation (HKMC) signals strong institutional confidence in GaN’s commercial viability. This backing not only validates VisIC’s technology but also highlights a broader trend of capital flowing into semiconductor firms that address electrification and digital infrastructure. As supply‑chain constraints ease and GaN fabs expand, VisIC is positioned to capture a growing share of the high‑voltage power market, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape for traditional silicon‑based suppliers.
VisIC Technologies announced a $26 million Series B round led by investor HKMC. The funding will support the rollout of its next‑generation GaN power devices for electric‑vehicle traction and data‑center applications, bolstering its supply chain and product delivery capabilities.
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